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The Scene
The Scene was our Illinois arts & culture podcast through 2017. Rachel Otwell curated the podcast which provided full-length stories and follow-ups, links to other reports, and conversations with you.This podcast contained a range of stories from the world of arts & culture, from visual art to Springfield's DIY music scene, to profiles of interesting local characters. The podcast was about what makes artists tick, and the diverse culture that exists within our community.

The Scene: Rick Springfield In Springfield + Reviewing 'The 13th'

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Scott Faingold,
Rachel Otwell
Published October 13, 2016 at 4:12 PM CDT
rickspringfield.com / Netflix

Tune in to The Scene! This week we tell you about shows happening at Bar None and Black Sheep in Springfield. Also - Rick Springfield is playing in Springfield Friday - and as such the PCCC is changing its name to the Rick Springfield Convention Center. Wow!

Also this episode, Rachel speaks with Black Lives Matter organizer Kadeem Fuller about the new Netflix doc, The 13th.

Scott suggests you check out the British comedy series Fleabag.
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Rachel Otwell of the Illinois Times is a former NPR Illinois reporter.
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